São Jorge Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

São Jorge Island
São Jorge Island
São Jorge Island
Photo by Olli Peauty
Photo by Olli Peauty
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Where to stay in São Jorge Island

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Ribeira Seca

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ribeira Seca and surrounding area, you can visit Fajãs das Lagoas de Santo Cristo e dos Cubres de São Jorge and Fajã dos Cubres.

Ribeira Seca
Azores Youth Hostels - São Jorge

Azores Youth Hostels - São Jorge

2 out of 5
Canada da Vinha Nova, Fajã Grande, Calheta
Stay at this hostel in Calheta. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Fajã dos Cubres and Fajãs das Lagoas de Santo ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (20 reviews)
"Excellent location. Staff was friendly. Air conditioner was not working in our room and it was so hot to sleep. The staff tried but could not fix it. Breakfast was simple but fine. Very clean all around and well kept. View was incredible from the front shared spaces."

Reviewed on 15 July 2025

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Azores Youth Hostels - São Jorge
Quinta da Magnólia

Quinta da Magnólia

3 out of 5
São Mateus Urzelina 13, Velas
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Velas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Pico da Esperanca and Velas Marina are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
"The rooms and property are really lovely and quiet and the staff was very generous and wanted to make our stay special."

Reviewed on 10 July 2025

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Quinta da Magnólia
São Jorge Garden

São Jorge Garden

3 out of 5
Rua Machado Pires, Sao Jorge, Velas
The price is AU$152 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$152
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Velas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Igreja de Sao Jorge and Velas Marina ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (101 reviews)
"The building is quite aged and need of a refresh."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

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Casa do Zé - AL

Casa do Zé - AL

3 out of 5
Caminho da Igreja, 2, Manadas, Velas, Açores
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Velas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attraction Pico da Esperanca is located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
Adorable historic home.
"Adorable local cottage in a very small town. We stayed in the 2 bedroom apartment on the second floor. Neighbors gave us a walking tour and showed us their garden and taught us history of the area."

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

Casa do Zé - AL
Apartment 'Moradia Machado' with Private Terrace, Balcony and Wi-Fi

Apartment 'Moradia Machado' with Private Terrace, Balcony and Wi-Fi

Topo Calheta São Jorge Açores
Stay at this apartment in Calheta. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attraction Cascata do Cruzal is located nearby.
Apartment 'Moradia Machado' with Private Terrace, Balcony and Wi-Fi
Laura's Cottage AL

Laura's Cottage AL

Rosais
Stay at this cottage in Velas. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attraction Pico da Esperanca is located nearby.
Laura's Cottage AL
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Popular places to visit

Fajãs das Lagoas de Santo Cristo e dos Cubres de São Jorge

Explore the great outdoors at Fajãs das Lagoas de Santo Cristo e dos Cubres de São Jorge, a lovely green space in Calheta.

Fajãs das Lagoas de Santo Cristo e dos Cubres de São Jorge

Velas Marina

Explore the waterfront in São Jorge with a trip to Velas Marina. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its monuments.

Velas Marina

Pico da Esperanca

Explore the great outdoors at Pico da Esperanca, a lovely green space in Santa Bárbara. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Pico da Esperanca

Velas Bullfighting Arena

Catch an event at Velas Bullfighting Arena during your trip to São Jorge. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its monuments.

Velas Bullfighting Arena

Igreja de Sao Jorge

Learn about the local history of São Jorge when you spend time at Igreja de Sao Jorge. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its monuments.

Igreja de Sao Jorge

Ponta dos Rosais Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Rosais with a trip to Ponta dos Rosais Lighthouse. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its monuments.

Ponta dos Rosais Lighthouse

Activities

São Jorge: Island Round Trip Up to 7Hours.

São Jorge: Island, Forest Reserve & Fajãs Guided Tour

AU$388
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
São Jorge: Island, Forest Reserve & Fajãs Guided Tour
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